Source: The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Cantabile \Can*ta"bi*le\, a. [It., cantare to sing.] (Mus.)
In a melodious, flowing style; in a singing style, as opposed
to bravura, recitativo, or parlando.
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Source: The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Cantabile \Can*ta"bi*le\, n. (Mus.)
A piece or passage, whether vocal or instrumental, peculiarly
adapted to singing; -- sometimes called cantilena.
[1913 Webster]